October 10, 2025
Newsletter covering 2025-09-27 to 2025-10-10
IN A RED SEA OF CRANBERRIES
Front Page Stories
Island’s wells drying up as drought persists
The prolonged drought is having increasingly dire effects on Grand Manan, as people are reporting dry wells, and some have been without water for extended periods. Some have been using relatives' water and others are hauling jugs.
By Arlene Benham | Read more
Blueberry industry challenged by drought, heat and higher costs
The unusual weather cycle of the past year – which saw ample early rain in the spring followed by drought and high heat in the summer – has had a disastrous effect on the wild blueberry crops across Washington County, with some growers reporting around 50% lower harvests.
By Lura Jackson | Read more
New apartments to help address lack of St. Stephen housing
A private developer plans to start work in January on building a 66‑apartment residential building on the site of the old Border Area Community Arena in St. Stephen.
By Derwin Gowan | Read more
Court to rule on beach access, answering debate for Eastport
Questions regarding beach access are being raised in both Eastport and across Maine as residents and businesses test the limits of what's possible in a state that allows private property rights to extend to a beach's low‑water line.
By Paula Horvath | Read more
Cancer conference discusses survivorship program, resources
This year's Down East Living with Cancer Conference, held on October 3 at the Beth C. Wright Cancer Center in Baileyville, highlighted the vital importance of equitable access to care and the power of shared knowledge in the cancer journey.
By Kara Mitchell | Read more
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